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YC12 BWK

2012 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

184,999 mi
Last recorded184,999 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A486,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 BWK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2025 184,999 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 177,470 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 176,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 159,097 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 142,375 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 122,263 miles

Rear bump stops perishing

Pass 5 Mar 2019 111,647 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 102,269 miles

Engine warning light indicates a fault

Pass 27 Feb 2017 93,529 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 85,579 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 64,947 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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YC12 BWK is a 2012 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC12 BWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC12 BWK registered?

YC12 BWK is a 2012 Audi A4, first registered on 24 April 2012.

Is YC12 BWK safe to buy?

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